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(trust your instincts)
『Good murder,mystery,and mayhem. Immediately empathized with Patrick,torn between helping catch a killer or spend time bonding with a teenager.
He chose the path of least resistence. After their experience together, Tessa will happily want to spend time with her boring grandparents.
I liked all of the group,except Margaret-don't trust her. I guess I'll have to continue with the trilogy to see if I'm right about her.』


(fun, but definitely gory parts)
『Not for the faint of heart. Generally a well-crafted, entertaining read. I'm pretty demanding when it comes to this genre, and I'll buy his other books. I read this one as a freebie kindle, and rarely have I had any desire whatsoever to read any other books buy the featured free authors.

Christian book or Christian author? Huh? I have no idea how this book got characterized that way, but I'm happy to say that in no way, shape or form did I see it in that light. So, if you're scared off by the "Christian" label, don't be.』


(The Best Free Read Ever!)
『Having downloaded this from Amazon as a digital read for my iPhone for free, I didn't expect to be hooked and almost unable to "put down the phone". The characters were interesting and believable, intelligent to a fault. Looks like I will be paying for the next two books in this trilogy. I just hope that Pat's personal relationships are further developed. I loved that the author explored philosophical/religious topics without preaching. Having read books like The Silence of the Lambs, I was not unprepared for the gore and cruelty that another reviewer so objected to. If you don't want to read about real life crime and "man's inhumanity to man", confer with your local librarian and he will send you to the little chairs area for your reading pleasure.』

(Fantastically excellent read)
『Ok, you might be able to tell from the title of the review that I liked it. I'm a bit picky although I read a lot and I'm a published author. Nevertheless, this story has all the elements - serial killers, forensics, engaging characters, fast moving and intricately constructed story, a goth teenager and cats. The writing is so engaging as to be itself invisible, and that, to me, is the sign of great writing. Highly recommended.』

(Great Read (And not that gory as some suggest))
『Well done for a first time thriller by the author. I found some of the character traits a bit overdone. For example, the palate for coffee that the protagonist has. Just a bit over-the-top for me.

Otherwise and interesting ride that predictably picks up the pace towards the end, albeit with a few unpredictable twists and turns.

Looking forward to The Rook.』

Special Agent Patrick Bowers never met a killer he couldn't catch... Until now.

Called to North Carolina to consult on the case of an area serial killer, Bowers finds himself caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse. Cunning and lethal, the killer is always one step ahead of the law, and he's about to strike again. It will take all of Bowers's instincts and training to stop the man who calls himself...the Illusionist.

Thrilling, chilling, and impossible to put down,The Pawnwill hold you in its iron grip until the very last page.』

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(King Is On Fire Again!)
『UNDER THE DOME is an incredibly long journey (1,000 + pages!) hinged together by some very simple concepts, but it works like a charm. I'm happy to report that Stephen King is back, and better than ever- the man's writing is on fire again, especially after a few novels that, while good, just didn't seem to measure up to his well-known and loved capabalities (including LISEY'S STORY, CELL, and DUMA KEY). Don't get me wrong- those are good books, just not MASTERPIECES- like UNDER THE DOME.

DOME feels like it could've come from King's late '70's or '80's heyday and really reminded me, in many ways, of classics like IT, THE MIST, THE TOMMYKNOCKERS, and THE STAND. Not that it 'copies' any of these per se, but the sheer abandoned enthusiasm that you feel resonating off the pages is just so evident with DOME- you feel it from the opening chapter and it makes the book extremely addicting once you start it. You just won't want to stop reading- so be sure to have plenty of time available when you start this classic, epic tome.

The story is simple- a small Maine town is encompassed by an invisible force field, cutting it compeltely off from the rest of the world. No way in, no way out. The Army, the Government...the world...must just watch helplessly, like the town residents are goldfish in a bowl. All rescue attempts fail, including a full-fledged missle attack on the mysterious force field that has encompassed its five mile radius.

Even though there are wicked, supernatural forces at work when the 'why this has happened' is revealed, this is truly a back story when compared to the evil that some of King's characters do. In particular, there's town selectman, used car salesman, religous zealot, and meth drug dealer Big Jim- who pretty much tries to become the dictator of the isolated city, no matter who gets in his way. His actions---and the townsfolks' misinformed reactions--are pretty much what propels the novel into NEEDFUL THINGS territory, not to mention a soaking bloodbath. Things then curve kinda sorta into STAND territory where you have good guys and bad guys separating and declaring war on each other, with an offshoot group in the middle that seem to have their own psychotic agenda, also rooted in the kind of misinformed Christianity that seems to permeate politics and people so much these days.

The twist on the implied 'stand-off' is that although the war does come, it doesn't necessarily come in the way you think it will, which is actually part of the genius of this novel. Everything seems to be set up for a Randall Flagg-ish battle but...someTHING happens and changes the course of events and there's a point where you absolutely don't know what direction things are going to go in or if ANY of the characters will survive this catastrophe, which makes this thing all the more a riveting page turner. Things may not go exactly the way you wanted- or hoped for- but that's life- real and imagined- right?

King's classic descriptions, vivid characterizations, and candid (21st Century)observations are intact here- and seemingly more relevant and urgent than ever. With Big Jim, what we get is a sobering allegory of what politics in America has become today, and because it rings so true, it makes it that much more scary, shocking...and sad, of course. Even the well-rounded good guys in this novel have skeletons in the closet, many of them caused by the corruption of our nation. King nails it all between the lines, essaying the boilerplate madness into an amazing paradox of where we really are now.

It's these deeper things that the novel is steeped in that make it shine so brilliantly and really, make it so very scary. What it boils down to is that the evil and corruption inside man himself sometimes knows no boundaries and when push comes to shove, killing becomes as easy as breathin' (to crib a line from RAMBO there).

Sharp, intelligent, gory, poignant, brilliant, thrilling, sad, and breathtaking---UNDER THE DOME is all of these and more. Check it out and see for yourself- King is back and he's taking no prisoners this time around!


(AWESOME)
『I pre-ordered this book and received it on Tuesday. I just finished it 6 days later (pretty long for me but I do have to work sometimes... lol) and am in awe of Stephen King once again. I've read almost every single of his books and I have to put this one up there with some of his absolute best, like The Stand and The Talisman. I am not going to go into the plot or any details, I'll just say reading this book was like being on the way up to the top of the tallest roller coaster ride. At points I felt like I was almost out of breath at the insane thrill ride. I felt like his characters were real to me and the story was so deftly plotted. Yes he foreshadows, as many people have mentioned in their reviews. I would have to say that if you don't like that, you might never want to read ANY Stephen King book, as he is the master at foreshadowing. I never felt as if it took away from any of the surprises in the book. It just made me want to read faster to find out what happens. I will admit that i occasionally skim over words or a paragraph or 2 in some large books just to get to my destination faster, or because certain parts are a tad bit boring, and I never felt the need to do that in this one.

Lastly, kudos to his editors. Any book over a thousand pages long must be hell to edit and I ALWAYS notice typos. They jump right out at me and it irks me to no end. There was not a typo in this book. Excellent work! The cover is also breathtaking. Another masterpiece from one of my absolute favorite authors.』


(A must read . . .)
『This book was a real page turner. I expected nothing less from Stephen King. He is the master at creating unique characters and usually has a compelling plot for your enjoyment. Under the Dome has both . . . fascinating characters and a plot that keeps you turning the pages as fast as you can. My favorite part of Under the Dome were the lessons that readers can take from this story. We all can learn to be better to others, especially in times of crises. I felt that Mr. King was spot-on in this book with how a society would react if faced with this situation.

As for the ending . . . yes I understand how some people are upset with it, but I felt it was just right for the story. Overall, Under the Dome is a great book and a "must-have" for your Stephen King collection.』


(Speculative fiction, horror, suspense, mythology, and existentialism all in one.)
『I'm writing this, in part, to address some of the negative reviews: it's almost like there is a family of several different Stephen Kings. The first writes the horror that has made King the most famous. (The Shining, Carrie, Misery, It); his cousin writes mystery novels (Duma Key); a distant uncle writes long, involved post-apocalyptic fiction (The Stand); and an aunt-in-law writes modern speculative fiction (his short story collections).

This is a book for all of them, but most of the horror is in the first 100 pages when people (spoiler) are running into the walls of the dome that comes down around a Maine town. After that, it's kind of Lord of the Flies meets No Exit and Last House on the Left.

The story weaves an enormous amount of not-too-thinly-veiled liberal left-wing political commentary into intrigue, small-town violence, and Steve McQueen-type action. More than most of King's work, this is an incredibly political book. Many of the book's crises are centered around the town's leaders--who stupidly won't take orders from the President of the United States. One of King's less swift characters describes the president as,"a monkey." This is brave, and very satisfying.

Who would like this book: fans of the non-horror-writing Steven King; people who are liberal or liberal-leaning; fans of Orson Scott Card-type science fiction (it has humanist religion overtones); existentialists; people who love corgis; and, western fans--there are gun battles, too.

Who wouldn't like this book: people who are very politically conservative will find this offensive; fans of King's horror-only novels; finally, it's over 1,000 pages long, so, that's bad for some folks, although it might make a stylish doorstop.』


(What a page-turner!)
『I'm not going to recap the story in my review, since others have done so very skillfully. What I will say is I've been a King fan forever, and this was one of my favorite books by him. I just could not put the darn thing down until I finished it.

If you buy it, plan to have a weekend set aside to read it cover to cover. You won't want to stop - trust me!』

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On an entirely normal, beautiful fall day in Chester's Mill, Maine, the town is inexplicably and suddenly sealed off from the rest of the world by an invisible force field. Planes crash into it and fall from the sky in flaming wreckage, a gardener's hand is severed as the dome comes down on it, people running errands in the neighboring town are divided from their families, and cars explode on impact. No one can fathom what this barrier is, where it came from, and when -- or if -- it will go away.


Dale Barbara, Iraq vet and now a short-order cook, finds himself teamed with a few intrepid citizens -- town newspaper owner Julia Shumway, a physician's assistant at the hospital, a select-woman, and three brave kids. Against them stands Big Jim Rennie, a politician who will stop at nothing -- even murder -- to hold the reins of power, and his son, who is keeping a horrible secret in a dark pantry. But their main adversary is the Dome itself. Because time isn't just short. It's running out.


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Amazon Exclusive: Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan ReviewsUnder the Dome

Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan share their enthusiasm for Stephen King's thriller,Under the Dome. This pair of reviewers knows a thing or two about the art of crafting a great thriller. Del Toro is the Oscar-nominated director of international blockbuster films, includingPan's LabyrinthandHellboy. Hogan is the author of several acclaimed novels, includingThe StandoffandPrince of Thieves, which won the International Association of Crime Writer's Dashiell Hammett Award in 2005. The two recently collaborated to write the bestselling horror novel,The Strain, the first of a proposed trilogy. Read their exclusive Amazon guest review ofUnder the Dome:

The first thing readers might find scary about Stephen King'sUnder The Domeis its length. The second is the elaborate town map and list of characters at the front of the book (including "Dogs of Note"), which sometimes portends, you know, heavy lifting. Don't you believe it. Breathless pacing and effortless characterization are the hallmarks of King's best books, and here the writing is immersive, the suspense unrelenting. The pages turn so fast that your hand--or Kindle-clicking thumb--will barely be able to keep up.

You Are Here.

Nobody yarns a“What if?” like Stephen King. Nobody. The implausibility of a dome sealing off an entire city--a motif seen before in pulp magazines and on comic book covers--is given the most elaborate real-life alibi by crafting details, observations, and insights that make us nod silently while we read. Promotional materials referenceThe Standin comparison, but we likenUnder The Domemore to King's excellent novella,The Mist: another locked-door situation on an epic scale, a tour-de-force in which external stressors bake off the civility of a small town full of dark secrets, exposing souls both very good...and very, very bad.

Yes, "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street," but there is so much more this time. The expansion of King’s diorama does not simply take a one-street fable and turn it into a town, but finds new life for old archetypes, making them morally complex and attuned to our world today. It makes them relevant and affecting once again. And the beauty of it all is that the final lesson, the great insight thatis gained at the end of this draining journey, is not a righteous 1950’s sermon but an incredibly moving and simple truth. A nugget of wisdom you'll be using as soon as you turn the last page.

This Is Now.

Along the way, you get bravura writing, especially featuring the town kids, and a delicious death aria involving one of the most nefarious characters--who dies alone, but not really--as well as a few laugh-out-loud moments, and a cameo (of sorts) by none other than Jack Reacher. Indeed--whether during a much-needed comfort break, or a therapeutic hand-flexing--you may find yourself wondering, "Is this a horror novel? Or is it a thriller?" The answer, of course, is: Yes, yes, yes.

"...the blood hits the wall like it always hits the wall."

It seems impossible that, as he enters his sixth decade of publishing, the dean of dark fiction could add to his vast readership. But that is precisely what will happen...when the Dome drops.

Now Go Read It. --Guillermo Del Toro and Chuck Hogan


The Story Behind the Cover
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The jacket concept forUnder the Domeoriginated as an ambitious idea from the mind of Stephen King. The artwork is a combination of photographs, illustration and 3-D rendering. This is a departure from the direction of King's most recent illustrated covers.

In order to achieve the arresting image for this jacket, Scribner art director Rex Bonomelli had to seek out artists who could do a convincing job of creating a realistic portrayal of the town of Chester's Mill, the setting of the novel. Bonomelli found the perfect team of digital artists, based in South America and New York, whose cutting edge work had previously been devoted to advertisement campaigns. This was their first book jacket and an exciting venture for them. "They are used to working with the demands of corporate clients," says Bonomelli. "We gave them freedom and are thrilled with what they came up with."

The CGI (computer generated imagery) enhanced image looks more like something made for the big screen than for the page and is sure to make a lasting impact on King fans.

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(Lost Symbol)
『Great book, It was not as good as Angels and Demons, or the Danvi Code but a good read』

(Entertaining Read)
『The book follows his previous work in that it provides interesting factual information weaved into the story. The result is a book that is a page turner and you are rewarded with a few bits of knowledge that you get to keep. The only criticism I would have is that the story ended about 100 pages before the book did. The last part could have been left out of the story entirely or included in an epilogue for those who would be interested in a few more interesting factoids and philosophical ideas. So far Dan has used the his knowledge and imagination about the masons and the templars to write two wonderful books, I look forward to any future books... maybe involving the Sumarian's? or other ancient civilization as a natural progression to his writing style and interest.』

(sorry, but this is not a good book in any way at all)
『i loved da vinci code, but this is an attempt to rekindle that fire, and what it ends up with is a bunch of smoke and mirrors. once that part clears up you're at the end of the book, praying for some sense of recovery, but noooooo. it ends just as bad. i'm a very positive person, and usually find the good in most things. there's very little of that here.』

(The Lost Symbol is a great read.)
『Wow. Dan Brown just keeps getting better. There were a couple of times I was absolutely shocked with what he had written. I couldn't imagine where he would go next, but he pulled it off brilliantly.

What I especially liked about this book was the fact it was based in D.C. So when I visit there I can actually go see some of the artwork and statuary he was refereing to. Although the Da Vinci code was great, I don't expect to ever get to those landmarks in France that he talked about.

The background on the Mason's was fascinating too. Don't know how accurate his explanations are, but I'll bet the basics are pretty close, although I imagine the biggest secrets are not quite as he explained it.

Great read though. I sure enjoyed it.』


(What the heck just happened?)
『The book started off and read through as what I expected from Brown's two most recent novels, but the ending... such a cop out. I wouldn't recommend it as it was not worth the effort when all is said and done. Brown rode on the coat tails of his earlier work. I felt tricked and played.』

In this stunning follow-up to the global phenomenonThe Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown demonstrates once again why he is the world’s most popular thriller writer.The Lost Symbolis a masterstroke of storytelling--a deadly race through a real-world labyrinth of codes, secrets, and unseen truths . . . all under the watchful eye of Brown’s most terrifying villain to date. Set within the hidden chambers, tunnels, and temples of Washington, D.C.,The Lost Symbolaccelerates through a startling landscape toward an unthinkable finale.

As the story opens, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is summoned unexpectedly to deliver an evening lecture in the U.S. Capitol Building. Within minutes of his arrival, however, the night takes a bizarre turn. A disturbing object--artfully encoded with five symbols--is discovered in the Capitol Building. Langdon recognizes the object as an ancient invitation . . . one meant to usher its recipient into a long-lost world of esoteric wisdom.

When Langdon’s beloved mentor, Peter Solomon--a prominent Mason and philanthropist--is brutally kidnapped, Langdon realizes his only hope of saving Peter is to accept this mystical invitation and follow wherever it leads him. Langdon is instantly plunged into a clandestine world of Masonic secrets, hidden history, and never-before-seen locations--all of which seem to be dragging him toward a single, inconceivable truth.

As the world discovered inThe Da Vinci CodeandAngels&Demons, Dan Brown’s novels are brilliant tapestries of veiled histories, arcane symbols, and enigmatic codes. In this new novel, he again challenges readers with an intelligent, lightning-paced story that offers surprises at every turn.The Lost Symbolis exactly what Brown’s fans have been waiting for . . . his most thrilling novel yet.


『Let's start with the question every Dan Brown fan wants answered: IsThe Lost Symbolas good asThe Da Vinci Code? Simply put, yes. Brown has mastered the art of blending nail-biting suspense with random arcana (from pop science to religion), andThe Lost Symbolis an enthralling mix. And what a dazzling accomplishment that is, considering that rabid fans and skeptics alike are scrutinizing every word.

The Lost Symbol
begins with an ancient ritual, a shadowy enclave, and of course, a secret. Readers know they are in Dan Brown territory when, by the end of the first chapter, a secret within a secret is revealed. To tell too much would ruin the fun of reading this delicious thriller, so you will find no spoilers here. Suffice it to say that as with many series featuring a recurring character, there is a bit of a formula at work (one that fans will love). Again, brilliant Harvard professor Robert Langdon finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills to save the day. The setting, unlike other Robert Langdon novels, is stateside, and in Brown's hands Washington D.C. is as fascinating as Paris or Vatican City (note to the D.C. tourism board: get your "Lost Symbol" tour in order). And, as with other Dan Brown books, the pace is relentless, the revelations many, and there is an endless parade of intriguing factoids that will make you feel like you are spending the afternoon with Robert Langdon and the guys fromMythbusters.

Nothing is as it seems in a Robert Langdon novel, andThe Lost Symbolitself is no exception--a page-turner to be sure, but Brown also challenges his fans to open their minds to new information. Skeptical? Imagine how many other thrillers would spawn millions of Google searches for noetic science, superstring theory, andApotheosis of Washington.The Lost Symbolis brain candy of the best sort--just make sure to set aside time to enjoy your meal.--Daphne Durham



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Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review
(Great Book Definitely Worth Reading!)
『Wow! Where do I start? This is the first Randy Singer novel I've read, and I definitely was not disappointed. I know this is going to sound like somewhat of a cliche, but I really did not want to put this book down. And when I did have to put it down (I didn't have enough time to read it in one setting), I couldn't stop thinking about it. I kept wondering if Catherine really was insane, or if she was just being set up. I couldn't figure it out until I finally read the ending -- and, wow, was that a shocker!

My only small complaint is that it was just a little hard to follow at first. It seemed to sort of jump from one place to another without any explanation. But this is just a very small complaint, and once I got into the story, it was a lot easier to follow. This doesn't change my rating -- this book definitely deserves five stars!』


(Great book!)
『I was suprised at how good this book was! I chose it as my first experiment with Kindle. And ended up reading it almost straight through (so much for raking the leaves this weekend :)) I couldn't help but think of how well this would translate to the movie screen. Great thriller that keeps you wanting more .. from beginning to end.』

(Really nice surprise)
『I will read more by this author. Characters and situations were out of the ordinary and interesting. Great lite read.』

(a classic)
『I read this book many years ago and could not put it down..I just recently repurchased this book for my kindle for re-reading...I can't understand why they haven't made a movie out of it yet.』

(Outstanding Read)
『I downloaded this book to my Kindle because it was free, had generally good reviews and is a genre that I enjoy. It was a great read and I am now downloading a book or two of Mr. Singer's that are not free. (Amazon, you win again.) I have learned over the years that the killer is usually one of the characters we already know, and I had my bad guy figured out early. I'm almost always right, but this time,boy, was I wrong! Great book!』
『After a series of murders in Virginia Beach, newspaper reporter Catherine O'Rourke experiences disturbing dreams that detail each crime. To aid the investigation, she shares them with a detective working the case. But her plan backfires when she's arrested as the main suspect. Catherine turns to Las Vegas lawyer Quinn Newberg, a high-priced specialist in the insanity defense who believes Catherine may be suffering from dissociative personality disorder. Quinn knows that insanity cases are unpredictable, but nothing could have prepared him for this. To win, or even survive, Quinn needs more than his famed legal maneuvering—he'll need a miracle.』
The Da Vinci Code
Angels&Demons
Deception Point
Digital Fortress



Dale Barbara
Barbie, a drifter, ex-army, walks with a burden of guilt from the time he spent in Iraq. Working as a short-order cook at Sweetbriar Rose is the closest thing he’s had to a family life. When his old commander, Colonel Cox, calls from outside, Barbie's burden becomes the town itself.

Julia Shumway
The attractive Editor and Publisher of the local town newspaper, The Chester's Mill Democrat, Julia is self-assured and Republican to the core, but she is drawn to Barbie and discovers, when it matters most, that her most vulnerable moment might be her most liberating.

Jim Rennie, Sr.
"Big Jim." A used car dealer with a fierce smile and no warmth, he'd given his heart to Jesus at age sixteen and had little left for his customers, his neighbors, or his dying wife and deteriorating son. The town's Second Selectman, he’s used to having things his way. He walks like a man who has spent his life kicking ass.

Joseph McClatchey
Scarecrow Joe, a 13-year-old also known as "King of the Geeks" and "Skeletor, a bona fide brain whose backpack bears the legend "fight the powers that be." He’s smarter than anyone, and proves it in a crisis.


Chester's Mill, Maine (click on image to enlarge)


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 Zondervan
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Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review
(not Clancy, Grisham, etc.)
『Certainly Treason's plot is timely and for those of us who like shows like JAG and NCIS it has its interesting points. I can believe that the author is very familiar with how the military and JAG works. However, the characters don't have the the depth that some other successful writers of the genre provide. Although most of the reviews and descriptions don't reveal it, there is a definite "Christian romance" angle to this story that will not appeal to all. The villains (Muslims) are stereotyped: if you like your good guys and bad guys as clearcut this book provides that. I "bought" this as a freebie on Kindle along with 3 others by Brown, but probably won't bother to read the remaining books.』

(Entertaining and Scary)
『Treason is highly entertaining but also scary and prophetic. The storyline predicts current events in a way that is almost prophetic. A must read.』

(Couldn't Finish it)
『I ended up having to put this book down, unfinished. Even though it was a freebie, I just couldn't force myself to keep grinding through it. So, take this review with a grain of salt... It's always possible that, halfway through the book, the author made an abrupt about-face and everything got better.

I do think that there is a good story buried somewhere in there. But the author's incredibly simplistic opinions of religion (Islam: bad, Christianity: good), and politics (Democrats: bad, Republicans: good), and his willingness to beat the reader over the head with those ideologies masked what might have been a moderately entertaining, (if predictable), military law novel.

I tried to treat the book as simple fluff, ignoring the political and religious bias, but it was so intrusive as to be impossible.

This might very well be a good book for readers who consider themselves Christians and are okay with a black and white world, wherein the author espouses his belief that Islam has always been a religion of violence, and that Democrats are all corrupt individuals standing in the way of justice. For myself, it was unreadable.』


(Fabulous Read)
『I agree with some of the other reviews that the book starts a little slow, but then, suddenly it takes off like a rocket and you're roped in. Touches on politically sensitive issues like Radical Islam. I could not put the book down. Zack Brewer is a great protagonist. Highly recommended.』

(Notably bad)
『I bought this book because the reviews were so positive and I kept reading it for the same reason. The plot is predictable, the religious views are simplistic and mean spirited (even compared to AM radio), the hero is self righteous, the author's treatment of the woman characters is belittling, and I suspect the biggest problem with this book is that it is boring.』
『When Muslim terrorists infiltrate the Navy Chaplain Corps, Lieutenant Zack Brewer, just three years out of law school, is pitted against the world’s greatest defense attorney in the court-martial of the century. Book One in a series.』
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(Great Ending!)
『All Don Brown's books are fabulously written, and Defiance is even better than Treason and Hostage. I absolutley loved the ending of this book. It made me think about better times in this country.』

(Defiance)
『Enjoyed reading and did not want to put it down. However, some of the plot was a little unrealistic.』

(Awesome Read, Awesome Ending)
『This book was one of the best thrillers I've read. The ending was awesome, something refreshing to the American spirit in these difficult times in which we live. Great job.』

(Fabulous Ending)
『The ending of this book gave me goosebumps, and made remember what it was like to be proud to be an American. I also loved the female NCIS agent, Shannon McGilverry.』

(Sizzling Political/Military Thriller)
『Don't know why it took me so long to get to this one. Don Brown kept me hanging on my seat. Great ending that's almost a tear jerker!』
『The murder of an international attorney, the posturing of a power-hungry politician, the schemes of a psychotic stalker, and the high-stakes drama of a daring rescue mission: Navy JAG Lieutenant Commander Zack Brewer is in the spotlight and the danger zone.』
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Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review
(FINALLY!!! Patterson and Cross Are Back and True to Form :))
『Well I must admit that I was initially apprehensive about paying so much money for a James Patterson book after the horrible Cross Country (Alex Cross) where Alex Cross goes to Africa. In fact, not only did I write a scathing review of that book, but I seriously spent about 10 minutes trying to decide if I wanted to risk my money on this latest Alex Cross novel.

However, I decide I would go ahead and risk it. Surprisingly, or perhaps not so surprisingly, I was absolutely delighted with the story and thrilled that Patterson was back in form with good fast paced writing that kept the pages turning with nary a single thought of putting the book down. Although admittedly I did a time or two in order to try and get some sleep, but it didn't work so I finished the book in one sitting.

I especially liked the cameo appearance (so to speak) of another Patterson character in the Alex Cross novels and I am hoping that he will be a major player in an upcoming Alex Cross novel. Every Superman needs their Lex Luthor and this character is definitely that. And no, I am not going to give away the suprise ending.

The basic plot of the story is that a loose family member (no pun intended, which you will understand within the first 30 pages or so) is found murdered and Alex Cross begins a perilous journey to find the family members killer or killers. Quite an interesting background of characters that I thought was rather well done, although I wondered just how realistic a couple of them really would have been.

I am not going to give away any more than that, but it should be sufficient for me to say that being a HUGE Alex Cross/Patterson fan has me believing once again in the writing of this terrific author who needs to stick to solo projects and an already proven recipe for great stories and characters.

Please, no more books like Cross Country (Alex Cross)!

Shawn Kovacich
Author of the Achieving Kicking Excellence series.』


(Hated For It To End!!)
『Great novel of suspense. I was really surprised with the ending. No red herrings and no real clue in to the murderer. Can't wait until the next Alex Cross story!!』

(Disappointing)
『I'm a James Patterson junkie. BUT, I was so disappointed in this book. There was no real sense of where the plot was going. Don't get me wrong, I love to be surprised but I like to be teased to the end. There was no tease, just a bunch of filler (sorry Nana) about Alex's personal life. No suspense at all. Just OK, he did it, The End. I sorry I popped $'s for the hardback.』

(Patterson is back)
『James Patterson is such a great writer and I so enjoy his books. He should never co-author with anyone. What a waste of talent. This book will not let you down. This is James Patterson all the way. Alex Cross' niece is murdered and during his investigation, he finds out she is a call girl. I won't give away the story because you will want to follow his twist and turns that he writes so well. Book arrived promptly.』

(Back To Business)
『I have to say that I haven't even bought some of James Patterson's latest books. I did enjoy the last Alex Cross book minimally though only because I enjoy the series as a whole.

This book does get back to why I like the Cross series so much. The only thing I didn't enjoy about ths book was the violence involving woman and sex in this book. Sure alot of books alude to it but I don't need or appreciate the details. I didn't even read Swimsuit for that reason.

But beyound that...this mystery as well was a easy read. It is typical cookie cutter James Patterson. But on somenights that is enough for me. I am looking forward to Kyle and Cross in the future as this ending implies!』

『Alex Cross's niece is found brutally murdered. Overcome with grief, Alex vows to take down her killer before he strikes again. But shortly after he begins the investigation, Alex discovers that his niece had gotten mixed up with some very important, very dangerous people. And she's not the only one who has disappeared.

The hunt for the murderer leads Alex and his girlfriend, Detective Brianna Stone, toWashington's most infamous club--a place where every fantasy is possible,ifyou have the credentials to get in. The killer could be one of their patrons, one ofWashington's elite who will do anything to keep their secrets buried.

With astonishing plot twists and electrifying revelations that will keep readers on the edge of their seat, I, ALEX CROSS is James Patterson's most suspenseful Alex Cross novel yet.』

James Patterson and Patricia Cornwell: Author One-on-One
In this Amazon exclusive, we brought together blockbuster authors James Patterson and Patricia Cornwell and asked them to interview each other. Find out what two of the top authors of their genres have to say about their characters, writing process, and more.

Patricia Cornwell is the former Director of Applied Forensic Science at the National Forensic Academy, and a member of the Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital's National Council, where she is an advocate for psychiatric research. She is the author of sixteen previous Kay Scarpetta mysteries, five non-Scarpetta novels (includingAt Risk), andPortrait of a Killer. Read on to see Patricia Cornwell's questions for James Patterson, or turn the tables to see what Patterson asked Cornwell.

Patricia CornwellCornwell: James, your questions were so good, I'm going to ask you similar ones. Let's start with why you write? Do you love it or love having done it? What motivates you?

Patterson: I truly love writing. I sometimes think about my grandfather when I reflect on this. When I was a boy, I lived in a town on the Hudson River. During the summers, my grandfather would take me once a week on his frozen food and ice cream delivery route. We'd be up at four in the morning packing up the truck, and by five we'd be on our way. Driving a delivery truck isn't the most glamorous job in the world, but every morning, my grandfather would drive over the Storm King Mountain toward West Point, and he'd be singing at the top of his voice. And he told me this: "Jim," he said, "when you grow up, I don't care if you're a truck driver or a famous surgeon—just remember that when you go over the mountain to work in the morning, you've got to be singing." Writing stories keeps me singing. Writing to me isn't work, and I like that a ton.

Cornwell: What is your routine when you're facing your next novel? What is the process like for you, and what is your favorite part of it? Least favorite?

Patterson: I like to have a lot of ideas in the air at one time. I've got around 20 manuscripts sitting in my office right now, in some degree of completion. It's a lot of material, a lot of stories. My least favorite part? Hmm. Maybe sharpening pencils? Actually, I’ve always kind of liked sharpening pencils. I don’t mean to seem too over the top about this, but I really wouldn’t change any of it.

Cornwell: What do you and Alex Cross have in common? How are you different?

Patterson: We're both family-oriented guys. I think it's a real treat to be able to get along with your wife every day, which I do; my wife and I really have trouble being apart for very long. And I think readers will agree Alex is generally doing better in the romance department. One difference between us would be that I'm much more content to sit around and write. I think Alex would get a little bored on a "ride-along" with me.

Cornwell: What inspired you to create Alex Cross?

Patterson: Hardly anyone knows it but when I started the first Alex Cross novel, Alex was a woman named Alexis. After 100 pages or so, I changed the character to Alex. When I was a kid growing up, my grandparents had a small restaurant and the cook was an African-American woman who eventually moved into our house. All through my growing up period I spent a lot of time with this woman's family. They were funny, wise, the food was great, so was the music, and the family is at least part of the inspiration for the Crosses.

Cornwell: What's the one thing a reader has said that you've never forgotten and perhaps found startling?

Patterson: I'm sure you've had this, too, Patricia, but the one comment that gets me every time is hearing people say my books have them reading again. I know sometimes you and I get some heat for being as popular as we are, and are saddled with that old equation that says if you're a bestseller, you must be lowbrow. But I frankly don't think there’s anything more meaningful than hearing that I've turned a person back into a reader (or in the case of younger readers, got them started).

Cornwell: How about you? You're the one with all the movies! Good experience or not?

Patterson: Sounds like we're on the same page there, Patricia. I definitely feel like some past projects didn't quite live up to their potential. And I likewise have hopes for a couple of movies in the works: the third Alex Cross movie, and the very firstMaximum Ridemovie, which has Avi Arad (producer ofSpider Man), Catherine Hardwicke (director ofTwilight), and Don Payne (writer forThe Simpsons) on board. There's also a very promising TV series based on a new book I've written that's being developed with CBS and Imagine.



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Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review
(Great Read!)
『This novel is brilliantly written, even better than Mr. Brown's breakout novel, TREASON. Just the perfect blend of action, intrigue, legal drama, military stuff, and romance. Different twist with an unexpected ending! Great job by the author!』

(Starts with a Bang and Goes from There)
『Hostage starts out with a big bang and goes from there. Great love story, military story and legal story all in one. Better even than Brown's TREASON. Interesting twist at the end. Highly recommended!』

(Hostage)
『I enjoyed it and did not want to put it down but it was a little unrealistic.』

(Compelling and Emotional)
『Hostage is brilliantly written! It's a love story within the confines of action and courtroom drama. The ending ripped my heart out. I am not going to say more.』

(Great Follow Up To Treason!)
『This novel was a very powerful follow up to Brown's first novel, Treason. Perhaps the writing was even stronger. Left me crying at the end!』
『When terrorists attack, JAG officer Zach Brewer faces a deadly choice. Save the woman he loves– or the lives of millions.』
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(Falls down on the job)
『I've been tiring of Baldacci thru his last two books. This one was my limit. Too many loose ends, new happenings not lined to story line very well, too much time spent on irrelevant details, etc. Could have been better if more foreshadowings had been used earlier.』

(Not Typical Baldacci)
『I am a Baldacci fan that has read all his work and eagerly await his latest. True Blue was a total disappointment. The story line is contrived and the characters are developed about as much as a Garfield cartoon episode. I can't actually find one thing I would recommend about this book.』

(I thought "simple genius" was the worst, but this one surpassed it!)
『after "simple genius", i've pushed d.b. into "declining writers" category, but still, i picked up his new ones automatically. "the whole truth" and the last camel club series seemed to be okay, but alas, here comes another coffin nail from this author again. i now absolutely believe that d.b. has totally lost it! this is the final mistake i've made on d.b. but never again. adios, d.b.』

(not good)
『This was a real disappointment. I have always enjoyed Baldacci books, but this plot is too contrived and he characters unbelievable. I would not buy any follow u if he is plannng a series.』

(True Blue)
『Great Book, Love all his books, it arrived on time and already have read it』
『A mysterious high-profile homicide in the nation's capital collides with the dark side of national security in David Baldacci's new, heart-stopping thriller.

TRUE BLUE

Mason "Mace" Perry was a firebrand cop on the D.C. police force until she was kidnapped and framed for a crime. She lost everything-her badge, her career, her freedom-and spent two years in prison. Now she's back on the outside and focused on one mission: to be a cop once more. Her only shot to be a true blue again is to solve a major case on her own, and prove she has the right to wear the uniform. But even with her police chief sister on her side, she has to work in the shadows: A vindictive U.S. attorney is looking for any reason to send Mace back behind bars. Then Roy Kingman enters her life.

Roy is a young lawyer who aided the poor until he took a high-paying job at a law firm in Washington. Mace and Roy meet after he discovers the dead body of a female partner at the firm. As they investigate the death, they start uncovering surprising secrets from both the private and public world of the nation's capital.

Soon, what began as a fairly routine homicide takes a terrifying and unexpected turn-into something complex, diabolical, and possibly lethal.』

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(The Purpose Behind This Book)
『I enjoyed much of this book, whether or not it had factual errors. Not being a military man I could not comment on these.

However, as I read, I found an obtrusive, out-of-place note sounding a number of times -- little squibs about Christianity popping up here and there. I would not have minded these, and in fact would scarcely have noticed these, if they had been part of tightly woven character depictions. However, they just felt wrong, as though they didn't belong.

This is an interesting thriller about evil Muslims trying to blow up a major city with a hydrogen bomb. Evil Muslims, got it ?

I was not surprised as I finished the book to find that it was published by a religious, Christian publishing house. Obviously it was designed not only to amuse us as we read along, but also perhaps to convert us. Once I saw the aim of the publishing house, I knew I had been right in feeling that the little religious snippets I had found here and there were really the excuse for the whole book.

I don't like having religion slipped to me that way, and I wonder if the rest of Brown's novels have the same out-of-place messages.



(Nonstop Action!)
『Black Sea Affair is nonstop action from start to finish. I could not put it down for three nights!』

(Black Sea Affair)
『I have read the other books in this series, and this one was not quite as good as the others. Part of the problem is you were 3/4 through the book before Brewer was introduced to the story, and he is
what makes the book, in my opinion. Don't know if this is the last of the series, but hopefully the next will have more story line.』


(Black Sea Affair- Could Not Put it Down!)
『I like military novels, and this was one of the more exciting I've read in a while. Great author!』

(Great Navy Novel)
『Black Sea Affair was one of the better naval novels I've read in a long time. Really like the author comes up with ways to sneak the LA Class submarine through the Bosphorous and into the Black Sea. Pete Miranda is an excellent lead character, and I was glad to see Zack Brewer show up for the court-martial in Moscow. The book was very entertaining.』
『As the U.S. Navy searches for weapons-grade plutonium that has been smuggled by terrorists out of Russia, a submarine mishap in the Black Sea brings the United States and Russia to the brink of nuclear war. It is a race against the clock, with Russian missiles activated and programmed for American cities.』
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